Hamlet

Name: Hamlet
Released: 2009-12-26T00:00:00-05:00

PG 2009 Drama · 3h 2m

David Tennant stars in a film of the Royal Shakespeare Company's award-winning production of Shakespeare's great play. Director Gregory Doran's modern-dress production was hailed by the critics as thrilling, fast-moving and, in parts, very funny.

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About Hamlet

David Tennant delivers a powerhouse performance in this film adaptation of the Royal Shakespeare Company's award-winning production of Hamlet. Director Gregory Doran's modern-dress staging injects thrilling energy and surprising humor into Shakespeare's iconic tragedy. Critics lauded the production as a fast-paced and deeply engaging experience, making it accessible to both seasoned Shakespeare enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Prepare to be captivated by this fresh and innovative take on a timeless classic, where the complexities of family, betrayal, and revenge are explored with unwavering intensity and emotional depth.

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Cast and Characters

Directed by Gregory Doran, this adaptation features a stellar cast led by David Tennant as Hamlet, the Prince of Denmark, grappling with his father's death and his uncle's treachery. Patrick Stewart delivers a memorable dual performance as Claudius, the deceitful uncle who becomes king, and the ghost of Hamlet's father. Penny Downie portrays Gertrude, Hamlet's mother, torn between her son and her new husband. Oliver Ford Davies plays Polonius, the King's advisor, whose meddling contributes to the tragic events. Mariah Gale shines as Ophelia, Hamlet's love interest, whose sanity unravels under the weight of the court's machinations. Edward Bennett embodies Laertes, Ophelia's brother, seeking revenge for his father and sister's deaths.

What people like about Hamlet

Critics praised David Tennant's dynamic and nuanced portrayal of Hamlet, highlighting his ability to convey both the character's intellectual depth and his emotional vulnerability. Many reviewers also commended Gregory Doran's direction for its innovative use of modern settings to enhance the play's themes and make it more accessible to contemporary audiences. The overall consensus was that this production is a fresh, exciting, and deeply moving interpretation of Shakespeare's masterpiece.

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Movie Score

73%

Released

December 26, 2009

Director

Gregory Doran

Cast

David Tennant, Patrick Stewart, Penny Downie, Oliver Ford Davies, Mariah Gale, Edward Bennett

Genre

Drama

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